Go for a walk in the Presidio today to see all the famous landmarks, and to hear historical anecdotes from your guide, which you couldn’t find in any guide books. You’ll make your way by Yoda Fountain, Pershing Square, and more, with your intimate group (10 max). You’ll spend about a half day on this tour, ending at the dramatic Golden Gate Bridge.
Bring a lunch to have at a picnic spot along the way
Easily meet your guide at Lombard Street
Keep costs down by booking this small group tour (max 10)
Enjoy the sites and stories of the Presidio
What To Expect
Presidio
We start at the Lombard & Lyon street entrance to The Presidio, and stroll through the Letterman District (Lucasfilm ). Of course, there will be plenty of opportunities for pictures!
We’ll walk through several historic neighborhoods, viewing the changing landscape as we learn about the history of The Presidio and it’s future projects.
On the main post, we’ll hear stories about what life was like for officers and enlisted soldiers who lived here. Then, it’s onto the Presidio Officers’ Club, one of the oldest buildings in San Francisco.
At the National Cemetery, we’ll hear curious stories of some of the people buried here, and take in a spectacular view of the bay from the overlook where we will eat our own lunches & snacks. After a break we’ll continue our walk past historic Cavalry stables where the famous Buffalo Soldiers once camped, and check out the Pilot’s Row historic neighborhood as we continue our walk to the Golden Gate Bridge!
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Yoda fountain
We’ll pay homage to Yoda and walk through the Lucasfilm outdoor campus (the former Letterman Hospital District)
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Presidio Tunnel Tops
Great views of the Golden Gate Bridge, the Bay and Alcatraz. 14 acres to walk and also a playground outpost for kids.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Presidio Officers’ Club
The Officers’ Club is one of San Francisco’s most historic buildings. We will stop outside the club and learn about it’s history, it’s cannons and hear about it’s legendary love story…
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Pershing Square
A stop here will give us a story of General John Pershing and his family, as well as explore 2 more bronze cannons.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
San Francisco National Cemetery
We quietly walk the cemetery and learn it’s history as well as stories of some of it’s residents. A Union Spy, Buffalo Soldiers and a local Marin Olympic hero are just some of the wonderful citizens buried here. We’ll walk a pretty good climb up to the Cemetery Overlook for spectacular views and a chance for you to get that perfect Instagram photo.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Golden Gate Bridge Welcome Center
We’ll stop at several great spots for photos of this iconic bridge and tell you the stories of Joseph Strauss, AP Giannini and Charles Ellis, the less famous engineer of the Golden Gate Bridge. From here we bid you goodbye so you can continue your walk onto the bridge!
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Guests should be in relatively good fitness as the walk is approximately 4 miles (6.4km). There are gradual hills to climb.
Due to the distance and intensity of the walk, this tour is not recommended for children younger than 12.
Plan to bring snacks and/or a lunch.
Bringing water is recommended.
Adult pricing applies for all travelers.
This tour starts at one location and ends at another (the Golden Gate Bridge)
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Include
Local professional guide
Guided walk through the Presidio
Fully narrated tour
Hand sanitizer
Exclude
Gratuities
Lunch